HPE 804338-B21 Smart Array P816i-a SR 16-Channel SAS 12Gb/s

The HPE 804338-B21 Smart Array P816i-a SR is a high-performance 16-channel SAS RAID controller delivering 12Gb/s data transfer speeds for enterprise storage environments. This internal controller features advanced RAID levels (0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60) with hardware-based acceleration, ensuring optimal data protection and performance. Key benefits include hot-swappable drive support, intelligent caching with battery-backed write cache, and seamless integration with HPE ProLiant servers. The controller supports up to 240 drives and offers enterprise-grade reliability with advanced error correction and predictive failure analysis. Its unique selling points are the combination of high channel density, superior throughput, HPE’s Smart Storage technology for automated optimization, and comprehensive management tools that reduce administrative overhead while maximizing storage efficiency and uptime.